Hysteria

usgb/hɪˈsteriə,hɪˈstɪriə/
noun

A state of uncontrolled excitement, fear or panic.

News of the robbery spread hysteria among the bank customers.
Visual representation of "hysteria" - A state of uncontrolled excitement, fear or panic

Often appears as...

  • mass hysteria
  • hysteria over
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Emotional Impact

Hysteria conveys a strong emotional reaction that may seem irrational or exaggerated.

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The village was in hysteria after the sighting of an unidentified creature.
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Group Behavior

Often used to describe frenzied collective reactions, not just individual panic or fear.

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The crowd's hysteria grew as the concert was unexpectedly canceled.
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Negative Connotation

Usually has negative connotations, suggesting reactions are unreasonable or unmanageable.

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The media's portrayal of the incident caused widespread hysteria.
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